LBPSB in the News

This black Labrador is providing comfort and calm to students at Springdale Elementary School

CTV News - Scully is the newest classmate at Springdale Elementary School in Dollard-des-Ormeaux who appears to be getting passing grades.

Why should you vote in the school board elections this Sunday?

Judy Kelley, Chairperson of the Lester B. Pearson School Board’s Council of Commissioners, is interviewed by Sean Henry on CBC’s Daybreak show about the school board elections.

New Montreal pediatric clinic opens in unusual location — a high school

CBC - While it may seem unorthodox, those behind the Head & Hands clinic at Lakeside Academy in Montreal's Lachine borough say the location is essential to providing simpler access to care for disadvantaged families.

LBPSB elections mostly uncontested

The Suburban - The 2024 elections at the Lester B. Pearson School Board (LBPSB) are generally uncontested, save for Electoral Divisions 2, 6 and 9. LBPSB Chair Judy Kelley is uncontested.

Montreal schools get ready for first day of classes

CTV News – “We all have the common goal to ensure that our students have a safe return to school,” said Lester B. Pearson School Board (LBPSB) Council of Commissioners chair Judith Kelley. “That there are teachers in place for those students, that they have the best experience possible.”

Terry Fox Elementary students and community honour the legacy of Eddy Nolan

CTV News – Eddy was a beloved member of the school board community and a dedicated participant in the Terry Fox Run. This year, students and staff ran in his memory, celebrating his spirit, and his commitment to raising funds for cancer research.

Beaconsfield High School Senior Jazz Band performs at Montreal Jazz Fest

The beat 92.5 – Catherine D caught up with the Beaconsfield High School Senior Jazz Band prior to their big night performing at the 44th edition of the International Montreal Jazz Festival!

‘Mindfulness Day’ at Margaret Manson Elementary School

Members of the media were invited to attend the third annual Mindfulness Day that took place at at Margaret Manson Elementary School. The day was dedicated to holding different activities, including pet therapy and Yoga to reduce the anxiety and stress levels of students. Click for Global News report.

Pediatric clinic inside Verdun school will stay open thanks to donation

CTV News – A pediatric clinic inside Verdun Elementary School was at risk of closing, but thanks to a private donation, its doors will now stay open.

LBPSB wins three QESBA Excellence in Education Awards

Education News Canada - The Lester B. Pearson School Board is extremely proud to have won three QESBA Excellence in Education Awards. The awards were handed out on Friday May 10th at the AAESQ-QESBA conference, which was held in Bromont.

Special Occasion at Sherbrooke Academy Junior

Global News – Students and staff at Sherbrooke Academy Junior in Beaconsfield gathered for a special occasion to unveil an Indigenous mural created by the students in collaboration with two native artists

West Island students, seniors come together for high tea

Global News - Members of the media were invited to attend a High Tea event that took place as part of an intergenerational initiative involving students from John Rennie High School and residents at the Maywood Seniors Home.

A Lesson Worth One Million

CBC News – What does 1 million look like? That’s what students at Evergreen Elementary school in Saint Lazare set out to find out.

National Principal’s Day

CBC Radio – Rachel Chua Wilson from Beaconsfield High School is interviewed for National Principal’s Day

Students from Macdonald High School crowned winners of 2024’s Battle of the Books

Global News - High schools from several Montreal-area school boards and the Quebec Association of Independent Schools participated in the 2024 Battle of the Books competition. Students from Macdonald High School took home the top prize.

Beaconsfield High School acknowledged for fundraising efforts towards Terry Fox Run

CityNews - Beaconsfield High School (BHS) students are being acknowledged by the Terry Fox Foundation for their fundraising efforts spanning more than 40 years.

Beaconsfield High School celebrates multiculturalism

CityNews - Students at Beaconsfield High School in Montreal’s West Island are celebrating multicultural day, and they say this initiative is particularly significant.

Student-driven bracelet sale to save animals

The Suburban - Students at Beacon Hill elementary in Beaconsfield planned and organized a handmade jewelry sale to raise funds for Rosie's Animal adoptions agency.

Montreal teen turns to poetry after father’s death

Global News - John Rennie High School student encourages other teens to share their grief as a means to cope with death of loved ones.

All English schools in Quebec to be equipped with autism communication stations

Global News - The Centre of Excellence for Autism Spectrum Disorder housed at the Lester B. Pearson School Board will provide communication stations to all English-language elementary and high schools across the province.

Strong is Confident

CBC News Montreal – The Lester B. Pearson School Board has launched a test program to put the focus on exercise for teens to gain resilience. They were promoting the program at Lakeside Academy.

Montreal student’s smart helmet detects falls, alerts parents

The Gazette - People are fond of saying kids spend too much time on their phones, but Adam Hamdaqa, a Grade 7 student at Pierrefonds Community High School, used his smartphone to help design an award-winning science project.

John Rennie High School students treat seniors to Easter gifts

CTV News - The junior leadership students of John Rennie High School in Pointe-Claire hosted a "Spring Eggstravaganza" Thursday to bring baskets full of greeting cards and sweet treats to the Maywood Seniors Residence in the neighbourhood.

West Island school offers free facials to women living with cancer

Global News - Students from the Gordon Robertson Beauty Academy in Beaconsfield welcomed about 10 women who are living with cancer.

Finn reappointed DG at LBPSB

The Suburban - The Council of Commissioners of the Lester B. Pearson School Board (LBPSB) announced that it has approved a decision to reappoint Cindy Finn to the position of Director General.

Montreal students shine bright at annual variety show

Global News - The spotlight was on students and staff who took part in John Rennie High School’s annual Black and Gold variety show.

Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day in Montreal

Global News - A Montreal school celebrated World Down Syndrome Day in a colorful way. Students at Kingsdale Academy wore mismatched socks as they learned more about people with Down syndrome.

‘Bullying is not OK’: Montreal kids suit up for Pink Shirt Day

Global News – Students and staff at LaSalle Elementary take celebrating kindness very seriously, according to Frances Kumpic, a special education technician at the school.

Black History Month: Dancer taps into his roots to share message with high school students

Global News - In celebration of Black History Month, one local artist is speaking to hundreds of high school students throughout greater Montreal.

International students in Montreal experience snowshoeing for 1st time

City News - “I like it. It’s very beautiful and it’s so different from Spain,” said Maria Cortes, a Grade 10 student at Beaconsfield High School who is from Andalusia, Spain.

Montreal elementary students put on dance and raise $1,000 for hospital

CTV Montreal - The students at Margaret Manson Elementary School in Kirkland on Montreal's West Island created their own Winter Wonderland fundraiser dance and donated proceeds to the Shriners Hospital.